OAR Chief of Staff Program Coordinator (SME I)

FedWriters, Inc.•Silver Spring, MD

8d•$81,557 - $85,849•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for someone who thrives in the fast-moving center of a major federal science agency. The OAR Chief of Staff Program Coordinator will work directly within the OAR COS office in Silver Spring to advance OAR's objectives at NOAA headquarters. This position provides high-level briefing materials, real-time programmatic updates, and logistical and substantive support for important meetings. The ideal candidate is a sharp, discreet, and highly organized professional who understands the rhythm of federal senior leadership and can deliver exactly what is needed at the right moment. FWI is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024 and 2025 Top Workplace by the Washington Post, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

BA/BS in a technical or business discipline — Public Administration, Political Science, Environmental Science, Communications, or a closely related field preferred
4+ years of professional and/or academic experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a Low-risk federal security clearance
In-person presence at SSMC3, Silver Spring, MD required

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience providing direct support to senior federal government leadership, including preparation of briefings, memos, and talking points for executive-level audiences
Strong analytical and synthesis skills; ability to distill complex, multi-source programmatic information into clear, concise, and actionable documents under tight deadlines
Experience providing staff support for senior leadership meetings, including substantive preparation, day-of coordination, and structured follow-up
Familiarity with NOAA, OAR, or federal agency headquarters operations, including interagency coordination processes and senior leadership workflow
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail; demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced senior leadership environment
Discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive organizational information and leadership communications
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce professional, polished documents for senior government audiences on short timelines
Advanced degrees or certifications may qualify for shorter periods of required experience

Responsibilities

Prepare briefing materials, memos, and talking points for review by OAR leadership and NOAA leadership in preparation for meetings, events, and decisions
Provide regular oral and written updates to OAR leadership on NOAA Headquarters activities, requests, and emerging priorities
Review, analyze, and synthesize information from a variety of sources into portfolio summaries, implementation plans, and other documents for submission to leadership and counterparts within and outside of NOAA
Provide substantive and logistical staff support for the preparation, execution, and follow-up of meetings, workshops, and events for the NOAA Administrator related to OAR activities, including travel with NOAA Headquarters leadership
Coordinate with other NOAA Program Coordination Officers and the NOAA COS and Deputy COS on cross-cutting headquarters activities and priorities
Coordinate and communicate regularly with OAR headquarters, labs, and programs to understand and advance OAR mission, work, and activities
Apply specialized knowledge to gather facts, analyze program information, and develop recommendations and strategies that help OAR leadership navigate headquarters priorities effectively